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RICOH THETA for iPhone

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Overview of additional functions/fixes

Overview of additional functions/fixes

May. 14,2020

Version 2.13.0

The following functions were added to the still image shooting method.
-Animation Photos*
*Tapping the shutter button in the app will take photos with the smartphone camera and then RICOH THETA, in that order.
Animation videos generated from 360-degree still images and still images taken with a smartphone are combined and saved.
*Animation Photos are saved in the LivePhoto format. View them using the Photo app.
*We recommend that you use this function together with the RICOH THETA Smartphone Holder (TO-1) accessory.

Bug fix

The following functions were added to the still image shooting method.
-Animation Photos*
*Tapping the shutter button in the app will take photos with the smartphone camera and then RICOH THETA, in that order.
Animation videos generated from 360-degree still images and still images taken with a smartphone are combined and saved.
*Animation Photos are saved in the LivePhoto format. View them using the Photo app.
*We recommend that you use this function together with the RICOH THETA Smartphone Holder (TO-1) accessory.

Bug fix

Apr. 16,2020

Version 2.12.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Apr. 09,2020

Version 2.12.0

When logging in to theta360.com, it is now possible to also log in using a Weibo account.

Weibo and WeChat can now be selected when posting still images.

Favorite images became possible to be registered in the “Device Images”.
Still image, video and favorite images in the “Device Images” can be narrowed down.

Bug fix

When logging in to theta360.com, it is now possible to also log in using a Weibo account.

Weibo and WeChat can now be selected when posting still images.

Favorite images became possible to be registered in the “Device Images”.
Still image, video and favorite images in the “Device Images” can be narrowed down.

Bug fix

Mar. 04,2020

Version 2.11.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Feb. 06,2020

Version 2.11.0

It is now possible to select "Underwater" white balance when RICOH THETA V is connected.(RICOH THETA V Version 3.21.1 or higher)

RICOH THETA SC2 for Business is now supported.

Bug fix

It is now possible to select "Underwater" white balance when RICOH THETA V is connected.(RICOH THETA V Version 3.21.1 or higher)

RICOH THETA SC2 for Business is now supported.

Bug fix

Jan. 06,2020

Version 2.10.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Dec. 19,2019

Version 2.10.0

Bug fix

Bug fix

Nov. 28,2019

Version 2.9.0

RICOH THETA SC2 is now supported.
-Three presets (Face, Night View, Lens-by-Lens Exposure) can be selected.
-The "Underwater" mode has been added for white balance.
-Top/bottom correction can be switched on and off when a video is being played.
-Top/bottom correction on/off can be selected when posting a video to social media.

It is now possible to set the white balance in still image AUTO mode.

The user interface of the My Settings has been changed. (RICOH THETA S/SC/V)

You can now register the shooting conditions with video that you like on the camera as My Settings when connected to RICOH THETA V.

Bug fix

RICOH THETA SC2 is now supported.
-Three presets (Face, Night View, Lens-by-Lens Exposure) can be selected.
-The "Underwater" mode has been added for white balance.
-Top/bottom correction can be switched on and off when a video is being played.
-Top/bottom correction on/off can be selected when posting a video to social media.

It is now possible to set the white balance in still image AUTO mode.

The user interface of the My Settings has been changed. (RICOH THETA S/SC/V)

You can now register the shooting conditions with video that you like on the camera as My Settings when connected to RICOH THETA V.

Bug fix

Oct. 24,2019

Version 2.8.0

"Handheld HDR" became possible for still image from option setting, when connected to RICOH THETA V or RICOH THETA Z1.
* Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (THETA V : Version 3.10.1 or higher, THETA Z1 : Version 1.20.1 or higher).

Privacy Settings are no longer possible when posting to 360.com. Posted images will be available to everyone.

Bug fix

"Handheld HDR" became possible for still image from option setting, when connected to RICOH THETA V or RICOH THETA Z1.
* Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (THETA V : Version 3.10.1 or higher, THETA Z1 : Version 1.20.1 or higher).

Privacy Settings are no longer possible when posting to 360.com. Posted images will be available to everyone.

Bug fix

Oct. 10,2019

Version 2.7.0

It is now possible to display shooting information such as the shutter speed and ISO sensitivity.
-It can be set from the menu button on the single-view screen.
-You can switch it ON and OFF by pressing and holding the button on the single-view screen.

Bug fix

It is now possible to display shooting information such as the shutter speed and ISO sensitivity.
-It can be set from the menu button on the single-view screen.
-You can switch it ON and OFF by pressing and holding the button on the single-view screen.

Bug fix

Sep. 10,2019

Version 2.6.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Jul. 02,2019

Version 2.6.0

It is now possible to set the thumbnail to any orientation and range.
The thumbnail can be changed from the menu button in the single-view screen.

The following settings for still image shooting are now possible when RICOH THETA Z1 is connected.
1. [Camera Visibility Reduction: ON]
Reduces the amount the camera is captured in the shot. (Default setting)
2. [Camera Visibility Reduction: OFF]
Improves stitching accuracy towards the bottom of the camera.
*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 1.11.1 or higher).

Bug fix

It is now possible to set the thumbnail to any orientation and range.
The thumbnail can be changed from the menu button in the single-view screen.

The following settings for still image shooting are now possible when RICOH THETA Z1 is connected.
1. [Camera Visibility Reduction: ON]
Reduces the amount the camera is captured in the shot. (Default setting)
2. [Camera Visibility Reduction: OFF]
Improves stitching accuracy towards the bottom of the camera.
*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 1.11.1 or higher).

Bug fix

Jun. 06,2019

Version 2.5.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

May. 09,2019

Version 2.5.0

RICOH THETA Z1 is now supported.

The following functions can be used with the RICOH THETA V firmware update scheduled for release soon.
-Improved still image transfer speed and image quality.
-It is now possible to set ISO priority mode, shutter priority mode, and manual mode for video when connected to RICOH THETA V.

Bug fix

RICOH THETA Z1 is now supported.

The following functions can be used with the RICOH THETA V firmware update scheduled for release soon.
-Improved still image transfer speed and image quality.
-It is now possible to set ISO priority mode, shutter priority mode, and manual mode for video when connected to RICOH THETA V.

Bug fix

Apr. 10,2019

Version 2.4.3

Bug fix

Bug fix

Mar. 26,2019

Version 2.4.2

Bug fix

Bug fix

Mar. 05,2019

Version 2.4.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Feb. 28,2019

Version 2.4.0

The procedure for wireless connection has been improved.
It is no longer necessary to connect from the Wi-Fi setting on a smartphone.
Tap the [Shooting] tab or [Cam images] tab to register the RICOH THETA camera you want to connect.

You can now view useful ways of using RICOH THETA from the [theta360] tab.

Bug fix

The procedure for wireless connection has been improved.
It is no longer necessary to connect from the Wi-Fi setting on a smartphone.
Tap the [Shooting] tab or [Cam images] tab to register the RICOH THETA camera you want to connect.

You can now view useful ways of using RICOH THETA from the [theta360] tab.

Bug fix

Dec. 13,2018

Version 2.3.0

Videos can now be taken using the self-timer when connected with RICOH THETA V. The display can now be switched between still images and videos from the shooting screen.

The time that the power will automatically be turned off can now be set when connected with RICOH THETA V.

The following settings can now be made when connecting to RICOH THETA V and shooting video.
-Bitrate High / Low
-Audio gain OFF
*You can reduce the file size by setting the bitrate to "Low".
*You can mute the sound by setting audio gain to OFF.
*Update is required when used with RICOH THETA V, firmware version 2.50.1.

Bug fix

The following settings can now be made when connecting to RICOH THETA V and shooting video.
-Bitrate High / Low
-Audio gain OFF
*You can reduce the file size by setting the bitrate to "Low".
*You can mute the sound by setting audio gain to OFF.
*Update is required when used with RICOH THETA V, firmware version 2.50.1.

Bug fix

Nov. 01,2018

Version 2.1.5

Twitter specification changes are now supported. For those people who use their Twitter account to log in to theta360.com, you must log in again from "Share Settings".

Bug fix

Twitter specification changes are now supported. For those people who use their Twitter account to log in to theta360.com, you must log in again from "Share Settings".

Bug fix

Oct. 02,2018

Version 2.1.4

iOS12 is now supported.

Stability when connecting to THETA V via Bluetooth connection has been improved.

Stability when connecting to THETA V via client mode has been improved.

The problem of the app stopping has been improved.

Bug fix

iOS12 is now supported.

Stability when connecting to THETA V via Bluetooth connection has been improved.

Stability when connecting to THETA V via client mode has been improved.

The problem of the app stopping has been improved.

Bug fix

Aug. 21,2018

Version 2.1.3

Bug fix

Bug fix

Jul. 28,2018

Version 2.1.2

Bug fix

Bug fix

Jul. 26,2018

Version 2.1.1

Facebook specification changes are supported. The procedure for sharing has changed. *You must log in to the Facebook app before sharing.

Resolved the problem of inability to connect in the wireless LAN client mode during BLE connection.(RICOH THETA V)

Bug fix

Facebook specification changes are supported. The procedure for sharing has changed. *You must log in to the Facebook app before sharing.

Resolved the problem of inability to connect in the wireless LAN client mode during BLE connection.(RICOH THETA V)

Bug fix

Jun. 28,2018

Version 2.1.0

It is now possible to activate a plug-in from the app.(RICOH THETA V)

You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings when connected to RICOH THETA V.*You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone. You can only use My Settings for still images.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 2.30.1 or higher).

Bug fix

It is now possible to activate a plug-in from the app.(RICOH THETA V)

You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings when connected to RICOH THETA V.*You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone. You can only use My Settings for still images.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 2.30.1 or higher).

Bug fix

Jun. 06,2018

Version 2.0.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

May. 31,2018

Version 2.0.0

We have integrated the RICOH THETA S app and RICOH THETA m15 app. The name has been changed from RICOH THETA S to RICOH THETA.See here for details about the app integration.

Bug fix

We have integrated the RICOH THETA S app and RICOH THETA m15 app. The name has been changed from RICOH THETA S to RICOH THETA.See here for details about the app integration.

Bug fix

Mar. 09,2018

Version 1.16.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Mar. 01,2018

Version 1.16.0

RICOH THETA V : It is now possible to remotely shoot images by pressing the volume button on your smartphone for version iOS 11.* Remote Shooting may not be possible if the volume is muted or maximized.

RICOH THETA V : It is now possible to select a plug-in to activate at the settings screen of the Basic app. *Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 2.10.1 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

It is now possible to upgrade firmware for the RICOH THETA V camera from the smartphone app.

Bug fix

RICOH THETA V : It is now possible to remotely shoot images by pressing the volume button on your smartphone for version iOS 11.* Remote Shooting may not be possible if the volume is muted or maximized.

RICOH THETA V : It is now possible to select a plug-in to activate at the settings screen of the Basic app. *Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 2.10.1 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

It is now possible to upgrade firmware for the RICOH THETA V camera from the smartphone app.

It is now possible to turn stitching during shooting on/off in video mode when RICOH THETA V is connected.

It is now possible to turn zenith correction on/off when transferring videos recorded on RICOH THETA V to a smartphone.*If zenith correction is turned off, videos recorded with stitching during shooting turned on can be transferred more quickly.*camera firmware version: 1.11.1 or later.

It is now possible set the white balance and exposure compensation in video mode when RICOH THETA V is connected.

Bug fix

It is now possible to turn stitching during shooting on/off in video mode when RICOH THETA V is connected.

It is now possible to turn zenith correction on/off when transferring videos recorded on RICOH THETA V to a smartphone.*If zenith correction is turned off, videos recorded with stitching during shooting turned on can be transferred more quickly.*camera firmware version: 1.11.1 or later.

It is now possible set the white balance and exposure compensation in video mode when RICOH THETA V is connected.

Bug fix

Nov. 09,2017

Version 1.13.7

The type of devices that can transfer 4K video without resizing to 2K has increased. *Transferring 4K video takes some time. (Guide: The time to transfer one minute of video is approximately three and a half minutes to five and a half minutes. This will differ depending on the device and operating system). *Click here for information on devices that support 4K video.

It is now possible to set the still image shooting mode other than auto even when only connecting with Bluetooth.

Corrected bugs and improved performance.

The type of devices that can transfer 4K video without resizing to 2K has increased. *Transferring 4K video takes some time. (Guide: The time to transfer one minute of video is approximately three and a half minutes to five and a half minutes. This will differ depending on the device and operating system). *Click here for information on devices that support 4K video.

It is now possible to set the still image shooting mode other than auto even when only connecting with Bluetooth.

Corrected bugs and improved performance.

Oct. 13,2017

Version 1.13.6

Bug fix

Bug fix

Oct. 02,2017

Version 1.13.5

Now you can post to Facebook from iOS11 device.

Bug fix

Now you can post to Facebook from iOS11 device.

Bug fix

Sep. 27,2017

Version 1.13.4

Bug fix

Bug fix

Sep. 25,2017

Version 1.13.3

4K video can now be transmitted without any resizing on devices with iOS 11.（iPhone7～） * iOS11 device installed the version 1.13.3 is not able to post still photos and movies directly on Facebook. (Currently in progress of its compatibility.)

Bug fix

4K video can now be transmitted without any resizing on devices with iOS 11.（iPhone7～） * iOS11 device installed the version 1.13.3 is not able to post still photos and movies directly on Facebook. (Currently in progress of its compatibility.)

Bug fix

Sep. 15,2017

Version 1.13.2

The following shots can now be taken when RICOH THETA SC is connected to a smartphone. -Interval composite shots *1 -Color temperature specification shots -Multi bracket shooting -You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings. *2 *1:Interval composite shooting is: when you take several photographs in succession to create a composite image that retains the bright areas of each shot. It can be useful, for instance, to take shots of the night sky from a fixed position and record the path of the moon and stars in the sky. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera when taking these shots. *2: You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone. You can only use My Settings for still images.

*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.20 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

Bug fix

The following shots can now be taken when RICOH THETA SC is connected to a smartphone. -Interval composite shots *1 -Color temperature specification shots -Multi bracket shooting -You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings. *2 *1:Interval composite shooting is: when you take several photographs in succession to create a composite image that retains the bright areas of each shot. It can be useful, for instance, to take shots of the night sky from a fixed position and record the path of the moon and stars in the sky. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera when taking these shots. *2: You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone. You can only use My Settings for still images.

*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.20 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

Bug fix

Sep. 01,2017

Version 1.13.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Aug. 31,2017

Version 1.13.0

New RICOH THETA are supported.

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Bug fix

New RICOH THETA are supported.

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Bug fix

May. 25,2017

Version 1.12.2

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Bug fix

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Bug fix

Jan. 05,2017

Version 1.12.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Dec. 15,2016

Version 1.12.0

The multi bracket shooting can now be performed when RICOH THETA S is connected to a smartphone.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.82 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version*RICOH THETA SC is not supported.

Bug fix

The multi bracket shooting can now be performed when RICOH THETA S is connected to a smartphone.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.82 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version*RICOH THETA SC is not supported.

Bug fix

Nov. 24,2016

Version 1.11.0

The following shots can now be taken when RICOH THETA S is connected to a smartphone. -Interval composite shots *1 -Color temperature specification shots -You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings. *2 *1:Interval composite shooting is: when you take several photographs in succession to create a composite image that retains the bright areas of each shot. It can be useful, for instance, to take shots of the night sky from a fixed position and record the path of the moon and stars in the sky. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera when taking these shots. *2: You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone.

You can only use My Settings for still images.

*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.82 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

*RICOH THETA SC is not supported.

Bug fix

The following shots can now be taken when RICOH THETA S is connected to a smartphone. -Interval composite shots *1 -Color temperature specification shots -You can now register the shooting conditions that you like on the camera as My Settings. *2 *1:Interval composite shooting is: when you take several photographs in succession to create a composite image that retains the bright areas of each shot. It can be useful, for instance, to take shots of the night sky from a fixed position and record the path of the moon and stars in the sky. Use a tripod to stabilize the camera when taking these shots. *2: You can save shooting conditions set with a smartphone on the camera. Shooting conditions registered in My Settings will be enabled when you turn the camera on while not connected to a smartphone.

You can only use My Settings for still images.

*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.82 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

*RICOH THETA SC is not supported.

Bug fix

Oct. 13,2016

Version 1.10.0

It is now compatible with RICOH THETA SC

Now, spherical images forwarded to a smartphone can be displayed in timeline format.

The theta360.com gallery page can now be displayed.

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Display of a [360-degree photo] is now supported when a post is shared on Facebook. * Links from theta360.com can no longer be pasted.

Bug fix

It is now compatible with RICOH THETA SC

Now, spherical images forwarded to a smartphone can be displayed in timeline format.

The theta360.com gallery page can now be displayed.

The user interface was improved for easy use.

Display of a [360-degree photo] is now supported when a post is shared on Facebook. * Links from theta360.com can no longer be pasted.

Bug fix

Sep. 26,2016

Version 1.9.2

Bug fix

Bug fix

Aug. 09,2016

Version 1.9.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Jul. 28,2016

Version 1.9.0

360-degree videos can now be uploaded to YouTube from RICOH THETA S for iPhone.

Bug fix

360-degree videos can now be uploaded to YouTube from RICOH THETA S for iPhone.

Bug fix

Jun. 06,2016

Version 1.8.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Apr. 27,2016

Version 1.8.0

Switching between still images and videos, and shooting, are now available via Apple Watch.* An iPhone or iPad is required when connecting to the THETA S for the first time.

Switching between still images and videos, and shooting, are now available via Apple Watch.* An iPhone or iPad is required when connecting to the THETA S for the first time.

Apr. 11,2016

Version 1.7.0

A progress bar is now displayed when posting 360 video to Facebook.

A progress bar is now displayed when posting 360 video to Facebook.

Mar. 24,2016

Version 1.6.0

Photos can now be taken using a self-timer (still images).-The self-timer can be set to 2, 5 or 10 seconds.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.42 or higher).

Videos can now also be displayed in Head-Mounted Display compatability.-App, photo and camera images can now be displayed for both still images and videos.*It is not guaranteed that all head-mounted display operations will work.

Bug fix

Photos can now be taken using a self-timer (still images).-The self-timer can be set to 2, 5 or 10 seconds.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.42 or higher).

Videos can now also be displayed in Head-Mounted Display compatability.-App, photo and camera images can now be displayed for both still images and videos.*It is not guaranteed that all head-mounted display operations will work.

Bug fix

Feb. 25,2016

Version 1.5.0

The shutter sound volume can now be adjusted.

Bug fix

The shutter sound volume can now be adjusted.

Bug fix

Feb. 02,2016

Version 1.4.0

Added a function that enables editing of the 360 degree video being viewed* using the THETA+ Video app.*Only when viewing the video from the album "App" or "Photos"

Added hash tags that can be selected when sharing.

Added a function that enables editing of the 360 degree video being viewed* using the THETA+ Video app.*Only when viewing the video from the album "App" or "Photos"

Added hash tags that can be selected when sharing.

Dec. 30,2015

Version 1.3.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Dec. 17,2015

Version 1.3.0

You can now select HDR Rendering when shooting in Auto mode.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.21 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

You can now change the thumbnails when posting to SNS and the first view* when playing back on theta360.com, even from other than "App" in Album.*Area initially displayed in single view on theta360.com.

Bug fix

You can now select HDR Rendering when shooting in Auto mode.*Camera firmware needs to be updated to the newest version (Version 01.21 or higher). Click here for instructions on how to check the camera firmware version

You can now change the thumbnails when posting to SNS and the first view* when playing back on theta360.com, even from other than "App" in Album.*Area initially displayed in single view on theta360.com.

Bug fix

Dec. 04,2015

Version 1.2.1

Bug fix

Bug fix

Nov. 30,2015

Version 1.2.0

Videos can now be shared to other apps.

Videos can now be trimmed.

Improvements have been made to counter picture blur in VR View.

Videos can now be shared to other apps.

Videos can now be trimmed.

Improvements have been made to counter picture blur in VR View.

Nov. 17,2015

Version 1.1.0

Still images can now be displayed in the head-mounted display.* It is not guaranteed that all head-mounted display operations will work.

Bug fix

Still images can now be displayed in the head-mounted display.* It is not guaranteed that all head-mounted display operations will work.